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Le Francois, Martinique, offers a tranquil Caribbean lifestyle infused with French culture, ideal for those seeking a slower pace and a strong sense of community. You'll find generally good safety and reliable healthcare services here. While public transport is available, many residents find a personal vehicle beneficial for daily errands and exploring the island's diverse offerings. The smaller expat community means a more authentic local immersion, though proactive effort in building connections will be key to settling in.
Population
19,682
Area
10 km²
Density
2,054 per km²
Founded
-
Language
French
Distance to Coast
3 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Le Francois
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Climate & Weather in Le Francois
Le François has a tropical maritime climate with a Köppen classification of Am, meaning it stays warm year-round with a pronounced wet season and a shorter drier season. Average temperatures are mild to hot rather than extreme, and humidity remains high, with annual rainfall around 1056 mm and about 176 sunny days per year.
Summer Average
28°C
Winter Average
25°C
Climate Type
Tropical Monsoon
Rainy Days
45
Sunny Days
176
Humidity
81%
Spring
March - May
25-29°C
Spring is warm and increasingly humid, with a gradual rise toward the wetter part of the year. Showers become more frequent, but temperatures remain fairly steady.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
26-30°C
Summer is hot, humid, and rainy, with the wet season strengthening through this period. Thunderstorms and heavier showers are common, while sea temperatures are also warm.
High rainfall
Autumn
September - November
26-29°C
Autumn is typically the wettest period, with frequent rainfall and high humidity. Conditions remain warm and tropical, with only slight temperature variation.
Very High rainfall
Winter
December - February
24-27°C
Winter is the drier and slightly cooler season, though it still feels tropical and humid. Rain falls less often than in the wet season, and the climate remains comfortable by Caribbean standards.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Le Francois
Advantages
Le Francois
Pristine Caribbean beaches
Tight-knit community feel
Natural tropical beauty
Affordable island living
Peaceful, relaxed pace
Disadvantages
Le Francois
Limited higher education options
Small job market
Few entertainment venues
Limited coworking infrastructure
Geographic isolation challenges
Safety & Security in Le Francois
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Good
65
/100
Martinique Avg
55
North America Avg
57
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Le Francois to Martinique averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Le Francois
Martinique Average
Safety Index
0510
Moderate
Safety from Crime
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Good
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Moderate
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Safe
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Moderate
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 79/100
No data for Le Francois — showing hazard indicators from nearby Fort-de-france (~17 km).
